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Forests continue to capture carbon despite challenges
The world’s forests have absorbed over 100 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide over the past three decades, but they need more protection, according to a new study.
Leeds water experts contribute to the UN-Water Report
Cat Moody, Joseph Holden and Andy Baird produced a chapter of the United Nations (UN) Water Report: Water for Climate Mitigation.
How can researchers respond to reduced climate targets?
Professor Greg Marsden explores the reasons for and solutions to the reduced targets for climate change mitigation in the UK transport sector.
Melting of Alaskan glaciers accelerating faster than previously thought
Melting of glaciers in a major Alaskan icefield has accelerated and could reach an irreversible tipping point earlier than previously thought, new research suggests.
True scale of carbon impact from long-distance travel revealed
The reality of the climate impact of long-distance passenger travel has been revealed in new research from the University of Leeds.